The correct Nissan Pathfinder tire pressure depends on the trim level and model year you own. The recommended pressure can range from 33 to 36 psi for both the rear and front tires.

The Pathfinder is a competitive option in the midsize three-row SUV segment, with a good mix of space and comfort. Making the best use of its ability to carry both people and cargo requires you to do a good job with maintaining tire pressure—as it can prevent premature wear and tear.

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What is the right tire pressure for a Nissan Pathfinder?

There are four trim levels to the latest Nissan Pathfinder. These are the S, SV, SL, and Platinum. Both the SV and SL have two “Rock Creek” editions with higher tire pressures. The Platinum and regular SL’s tire pressure is 35 psi for front and rear tires.

The S and SV have the lowest tire pressures—at 33 psi for both front and rear tires. For the Rock Creek editions of both the SL and SV, the tire pressure jumps to 36 psi. If you’re not sure what trim level you own, your owner’s manual should give you the exact value in the tire information section.

This breakdown of tire pressure is the same for most recent models with the four trim levels, so if you have a Pathfinder from a different year, this guide applies up until models from 2018. Remember, if you happen to replace your factory-issue tires, be sure to use the tire manufacturer’s recommended inflation pressure instead.

Tire pressure recommendations for other Nissan vehicles

Vehicle	Front tire pressure	Rear tire pressure
2022 Nissan Altima	33 psi	33 psi
2022 Nissan Sentra	33 psi	33 psi
2022 Nissan Rogue	33 psi	33 psi
2022 Nissan Titan	36 psi	36 psi
2022 Nissan Leaf	36 psi	36 psi
2022 Nissan Armada	35 psi	35 psi

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How to check Nissan Pathfinder tire pressure

All you need to check your tire pressure is a pressure gauge. Just press it into the valve stem of your tire and get a good reading. You can use a tire inflator if it has a gauge as well. Your Pathfinder may come equipped with a vehicle information display that can display the air pressure in each of your tires (except the spare).

If any of your tires are underinflated, the Nissan Pathfinder’s low tire pressure warning light will turn on. If this happens while driving, avoid any sudden movements (don’t brake abruptly) and pull off the road to a safe location to do a pressure check.

The Pathfinder also has a nifty feature called the Easy-Fill Tire Alert as well. This is part of your TPMS and helps you when you need to inflate the tire to the recommended tire pressure. To take advantage of this:

First, make sure your car is on but don’t start the engine

Start adding air—the hazards will begin flashing

When the recommended pressure is reached, the horn will beep once and the hazards will stop flashing

If your horn beeps and hazard flashes three times, you’ve overinflated and will have to release air by pressing on the valve stem.

How often should you check tire pressure?

Nissan recommends checking the pressure on all of your tires, including the spare, monthly. Make sure the tires are cold when you check the pressure. While you look at pressure, it’s usually a good idea to do a quick check for unnatural wear and tear or objects stuck to the tires.

Tire pressure falls and rises depending on the heat from the vehicle. So don’t be alarmed if you notice lower than normal pressures in the middle of a cold spell and the warning light comes on unexpectedly. When this happens, check the tire pressures just to be on the safe side.

How to tell if your Nissan Pathfinder needs new tires

All tires should be periodically inspected for wear and tear or cracks. Your factory-issue tires have tread wear indicators that should give you an idea of when they should be replaced. Don’t forget that all tires degrade with age, even if there isn’t any obvious damage.

Nissan strongly recommends that tires over six years old should be checked by a technician and replaced as necessary. Replacement might be needed even if you can’t see any tire damage. Driving too long on tires can cause long-term issues.

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How to reset the Nissan Pathfinder tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light

Your low tire pressure warning light doesn’t automatically turn off when you correct the pressure. This is usually because the TPMS hasn’t received updated pressure information yet. You need to drive your vehicle at speeds above 16 mph to activate the TPMS and turn off the pressure light.

If this doesn’t work, there’s actually a TPMS reset button under the steering wheel that you can use to

reset your TPMS

. To resent your TPMS this way, switch your ignition to the on position but don’t start the car. After that, just hold the button until the TPMS flashes three times, then release and wait about 20 minutes for the light to turn off.

If this still doesn’t work, there may be an issue with the tire sensors or the TPMS monitoring system itself. You should take your Nissan to a qualified dealer and they can help you with the problem better.

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How to save on Nissan Pathfinder insurance

Failing to properly maintain tire pressure can cause you several headaches down the road. Underinflated tires can worsen handling, increase wear and tear, and make blowout more likely. You may also be forced to replace tires more frequently if you don’t maintain pressure—and these are all costs that you can avoid.

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